Friday, December 18, 2020

4 Tips on Finding the Perfect Headboard

The focal point of any bedroom is the bed, and one of the first impressions is certainly made by the headboard.
Choosing the right headboard can make all the difference to the look and feel of your bedroom. There are many headboard options, made in many different materials, so knowing what to look for and what you want will help you find the one that suits your life and enhances your style.

These four tips can help you choose the right headboard for your space. 



1. Focus on Your Headboard Style

The right headboard will add an element of interest and fashion to your bedroom. The most important thing to remember is that your headboard should reflect who you are. Material and texture will make a difference.

A classic, elegant example is a tufted headboard such as the Michael Weiss Tufted Headboard Bed by Vanguard Furniture Bowers.

Embellishments such as lace, metallic, or, in this case, deep button tufting, add to the overall interest of your headboard. The deep button tufting on this headboard makes this bed a polished centerpiece in the space. The winged shape and chic edging keep the look timeless.

2. Headboards Come in a Variety of Materials

When you start shopping for a headboard, you’ll soon notice that they are available in a multitude of materials, from wood to metal to fabric.

Wooden headboards can be either traditional or contemporary, and come in many types of wood, such as mahogany, teak, pine, and walnut. Different stains and shapes create a wide variety of options.

Metal headboards can be simple and clean, or elaborate patterns that evoke a different era. Whether modern or traditional, these headboards may come in wrought iron, steel, or an alloy, and some feature coatings so you can customize the color to your heart's content.

Upholstered headboards come in an array of fabrics, from satin to leather. With upholstery, you can get creative with color and detailing, such as buttons, patterns, and trims. 



3. Headboard Size Matters

Of course, your headboard needs to fit the size of your bed, but you also need to take into consideration the size and proportions of your bedroom. Most headboards are offered in king or queen size, such as the Oxford Transitional Queen Sleigh Bed with USB Ports by Aspenhome.

If you have a smaller space, you may want to opt for a more compact headboard, and likewise may wish to forego a full-frame bed in favor of a headboard accompanied with a simple metal bed frame.

In a larger space, if you want to make a statement, oversized headboards are on-trend as we move into 2021. Some options extend your headboard to ceiling-height, while others can span the width of an entire wall, adding texture and dimension to your bed. 



4. Headboard Style and Color

Whether you buy your headboard first and design your space around it, or it is the finishing touch on your design, you need to keep the overall look you want to create at the forefront of your mind. If you’ve got a feminine design, you’ll want to enhance this theme with your headboard. A tufted headboard or embellished headboard will match your bedroom’s aesthetic. If your style is minimalist, go with something simpler with clean lines.

Similarly, you’ll want your headboard to support your color palette. You can go two ways with this:

  1. Complement your palette: choose a neutral shade that goes with your palette to give your bedroom a light and airy feel. Calm, soothing colors work well in bedrooms, creating a relaxing atmosphere for sleep.
  2. Contrast with your palette: choose a darker headboard that will stand out when used with a lighter palette, or vice versa.

The juxtaposition of the dark wood in the Island Fusion King-Sized Shanghai Bed Headboard from Tommy Bahama Home against the lighter wall behind creates a stunning look in this bedroom. The natural materials and neutral palette keep it calm and soothing, while the fretwork on the headboard creates depth. The Pan-Asian design brings harmony and balance to the otherwise contemporary space.

Keep these tips in mind when it's time to shop for your headboard. Choosing the right headboard doesn’t have to be a chore. Armed with knowledge, you’ll find the one that suits your space and style.